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P273 OBJ

1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,660 mi
Last recorded29,660 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D124,505 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP273 OBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500 D1
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 29,660 miles

Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front brake lever slight btravel when operating

head stock bearings slightly tight when locking left to right

Pass 9 Jul 2021 29,660 miles

front fork seals slight misting of oil rear disc slight surface rust front brake lever slight travel

Pass 2 Jul 2019 32,212 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 31,606 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake discs slight worn

Pass 4 Jul 2016 29,660 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 29,660 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,660 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 24,333 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 21,293 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 20,202 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 18,789 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 9 Jul 2009 18,789 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2008 17,391 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 17,391 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 16,465 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 15,219 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500 D1?

Based on 1,085 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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P273 OBJ is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 24,505 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 D1 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P273 OBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 D1 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 D1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P273 OBJ registered?

P273 OBJ is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 D1, first registered on 12 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P273 OBJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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